Billy puts his two bob's in to help kids beat unemployment

FOOTY legend Billy Moore will be at Meridan State College this Friday to give his views, not on being a Queenslander, but on how to get a job in the great maroon state.

The State of Origin legend, who now owns Augello's restaurant at Mooloolaba, is working with Gold Training to get students "job ready."

Fifteen year 10-12 students are involved in an eight month program which includes mentoring sessions, real work environment experience, and a shopping excursion to buy interview clothing with $30.

Moore will visit the school with local entrepeneur Kathryn Davies and Gold Training regional manager Samantha Johnson.

"After a successful footy career, I quickly realised that I needed a whole new set of skills to make it and be successful after my playing career," he said.

"If I can inspire and help young people to understand that 'just completing a course' won't just land them a job, then I will be doing my bit to ensure a strong future for the next generation on the Sunshine Coast."